Brandi Jewett
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Grand Forks, ND, United States
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RDO Equipment explores drone use in agriculture, construction
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — A swarm of bees outfitted with cameras descending on a field of corn might be part of the future of agricultural data collection.The bees in this case aren’t insects but rather eBees, a type of fixed-wing drone manufactured by senseFly and sold regionally by → Read More
Firms make national rounds to conduct training as drone industry grows
GRAND FORKS, N.D.—New federal rules opened the skies last month to many interested in flying drones for business purposes, but they also provided a boon to those carving out niches in the industry.With a barrier to entry now lower, those looking to get a piece of the drone pie are plentiful, but some... → Read More
WATCH: New federal rules expected to bring drone use to new heights
New federal rules for drones were launched Monday and sparked a wave of activity across the United States as qualified pilots sought certificates now needed to operate the aircraft, including North Dakota.The long-awaited rules, which open up commercial and governmental use of unmanned aircraft systems... → Read More
Region drone research efforts showcased in Hillsboro, N.D.
HILLSBORO, N.D.—It's been a busy summer for an Israeli unmanned aircraft that has spent its time flying over land in Traill and Steele counties for research efforts.The Hermes 450 aircraft and its crew were lauded Monday by local and regional leaders who noted the flights were helping keep North Dakota... → Read More
Prospective drone pilots expected to seek out ND testing centers soon
GRAND FORKS, N.D. – Come Aug. 29, the Federal Aviation Administration testing center at the University of North Dakota is expected to get a little busier.That date marks the day when federal regulations go into effect for commercial and government operators of unmanned aircraft systems, also known... → Read More
More severe weather expected in the Red River Valley Friday evening
The National Weather Service office in Grand Forks predicts thunderstorms will return to the area Friday and stay into Saturday. Meteorologist Allen Voelker said the majority of the severe weather for Friday night is going to be west of the forecast area, with the Devils Lake basin most likely to be influenced. There may be some storms late at night, but he said he was not sure about severity.… → Read More
North Dakota awaits uptick in drone activity, business as start date for federal regulations nears
The rules apply to unmanned aircraft, also known as drones, weighing 55 pounds or less, but local industry members see those regulations paving the way for larger, more lucrative ventures in the state. "In the next couple of years, the nation's public will see UAS as a tool and not so much as the privacy issues we've dealt with in the past," said Terry Sando, director of UAS sector development… → Read More
Droning On: Job Service offers updates on drone industry job openings
The agency has created a featured jobs document specifically for the growing UAS industry in the Grand Forks region. Positions on the document include opportunities with Grand Sky aviation and business park tenants General Atomics and Northrop Grumman as well as other regional companies including AECOM, BOSH Global Services and RDO Equipment. → Read More
UND's unmanned aircraft systems center will report to university president
The Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Research, Education and Training, which includes the UAS undergraduate degree program, will now report to the president's office through the university's Division of Research and Economic Development. The move aims to centralize unmanned operations within the campus and open up access to those wishing to use the technology for their research efforts. "We… → Read More
Internship opportunities take flight as North Dakota drone industry expands
Internship opportunities in the field vary from positions requiring students to be behind the controls of aircraft to placing them at the keyboard of a computer, a reflection of the wide variety of jobs employers are looking to fill. "We've worked through some programs at the state to make sure that we're doing everything we can to make these students into highly skilled employees and help the… → Read More
Discovery students plant 40 trees to celebrate 40 years of Arbor Day celebrations
It took a team effort for five Discovery Elementary School fourth-graders to place enough dirt around the exposed roots of a tree before declaring its planting a success. → Read More
Norwegian drone firm eyes North Dakota for U.S. location
GRAND FORKS, N.D. - After a February visit to North Dakota, a Norwegian unmanned aircraft systems manufacturing firm is back again and is looking to jump into... → Read More
Norwegian drone firm eyes Grand Forks for U.S. location
GRAND FORKS -- After a February visit to North Dakota, a Norwegian unmanned aircraft systems manufacturing firm is back again and is looking to jump into the area's existing business climate. → Read More
FAA expands access to unmanned aircraft for students
NEW ORLEANS — A federal announcement this week that promotes students using unmanned aircraft as part of their education is drawing praise nationwide, including from University of North Dakota students and faculty.Michael Huerta, administrator for the Federal Aviation Administration, announced Wed... → Read More
FAA expands access to unmanned aircraft for students
NEW ORLEANS -- A federal announcement this week that promotes students using unmanned aircraft as part of their education is drawing praise nationwide, including... → Read More
County law unit gets permission to fly drones nationwide
GRAND FORKS -- A Grand Forks law enforcement unit now has clearance to fly unmanned aircraft nationwide. The Northeast Region Unmanned Aircraft Systems Unit announced Monday that it received permission for national flight in the form of a certificate of authorization granted by the Federal Aviation ... → Read More
Drone photography soars in North Dakota
GRAND FORKS, N.D. — Putting a camera in the air is proving to be a popular business model nationwide for operators of unmanned aircraft.An analysis released... → Read More
Degelman Industries sets up shop in Hillsboro, N.D., already planning expansion
HILLSBORO, N.D.—The new distribution center for Degelman Industries rises above farm fields near Hillsboro, looking little like the building the company started in more than four decades ago in Canada. "Manufacturing started in a barn," General Manager Blair Flavel said, sitting at the facility's ... → Read More
FAA reviewing recommendations for flying drones directly over people
GRAND FORKS -- Recommendations from a federal rulemaking committee could pave the way for unmanned aircraft to fly directly over people, which local operators say translates to progress for the industry. The Federal Aviation Administration released a report earlier this week detailing recommendation... → Read More
Traill Rural Water District moving forward after former manager convicted of theft
CLIFFORD -- With the court case involving a former manager convicted of stealing at least $63,000 closed, the Traill Rural Water District is looking to move... → Read More